MASOKO REINETH CHIDZERO
Centurion
Summary
Experienced Procurement Manager with 15 years in manufacturing and consulting across built environments, telecommunications, and administration. Cultivates stakeholder relationships to enhance collaboration and drive operational success through effective organisation and multitasking. Experienced in managing procurement processes, negotiating with suppliers, and optimising cost savings. Demonstrates strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and relationship-building abilities. Committed to achieving business goals through innovative sourcing strategies and continuous process improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Reinor Projects (Pty) Ltd
Pretoria
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Evaluated and strategically sourced suppliers/vendors to optimise procurement processes.
- Negotiated contracts and approved purchase orders.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure service quality and compliance.
- Conducted spend analysis and prepared procurement reports to inform decision-making.
- Performed risk assessments and prevented overspending.
- Ensured stock optimisation.
- Assessed procurement needs across organisation to align sourcing strategies.
Production Manager
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
01.2009 - 04.2022
- Oversaw manufacturing, logistics, and customer delivery operations, ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and quality-driven progress at each stage of distribution.
- Supervising and managing production staff.
- Planning and organising production schedules.
- Evaluated resource needs for production projects.
- Determining quality control standards.
- Executed material orders that facilitated timely production schedules and maintained workflow continuity.
- Coordinated training sessions that enhanced staff skills and improved operational effectiveness.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Collaborated with Marketing and Sales teams to align strategies.
- Manufacturing Company
Administrator & Executive PA
Fem Plan (Pty) Ltd
11.2017 - 04.2022
- Administered office operations by liaising with staff to facilitate smooth workflow.
- Coordinated office activities and operations to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Managing diaries and scheduling meetings.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring timely bookings and adherence to company policies.
- Booked travel accommodation for employees, considering preferences and budget constraints.
- Acting as a first point of contact: Answer and screen calls.
- Compiling expense reports.
- Organised company events to foster team engagement and improve workplace morale.
- Consulting (Built Environment)
Project Coordinator
Thea Electricals
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Updated and submitted project reports and scheduled CAC meetings for project tracking.
- Coordinated ordering of materials for site to ensure timely availability.
- Collect, check, scan, and upload project documentation onto google drive for invoicing purposes.
- Invoicing and Follow-up on payments.
- Ensure Safety measures are always adhered to.
- Managed telecommunications operations for fibre optics projects.
- Recorded employee hours in timesheets for accurate payroll processing.
Sales & Marketing Manager
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Achieved sales targets through strategic planning and budgeting.
- Implement the sales strategy for encouraging repeat business.
- Identified potential customers and generated qualified leads for the company.
- Established performance targets for sales executives and representatives.
- Review operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability.
- Recruit, train, and recommend performance rewards for workers.
- Respond to and co-coordinate all internal meeting requests.
- Manufacturing Company
Production Supervisor
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
10.2007 - 12.2008
- Supervised daily operations, fostering productivity and collaboration among staff.
- Ensured timely and cost-effective completion of production processes.
- Recommended improvements to working conditions and production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Resolved problems and complaints regarding staff and the product/service.
- Worked in a manufacturing company focused on production efficiency and quality.
Education
B-TECH - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
01-2006
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier management
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Cost reduction
- Materials Management Planning
- Project Coordination
- Deadline Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Effective Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Service Commitment
Additional Information
- 2008 CERTIFICATE WORK READINESS PROGRAMME: FASSET
Coursework in [Area of Expertise]
Effective communication, Time management, Effective meetings, Conflict management, Customer care
Business communication, Project management, Personal effectiveness in the office, Problem solving, Diversity, Business ethics and Telephone skills
Computer (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Microsoft)
References
- Elmarie Du Toit, Accountant, Reinor Projects (Pty) Ltd, 060 554 6833
- Mr. Tshepo Leepile, Sales Manager, Drifts Brands Holdings, 067 783 3116
- Mr. Sechaba Kou, Director, Femplan (Pty) Ltd, 083 496 3650
- Ms. Dionne Mucheke, Finance Manager, Thea Electrical, 079 585 6633
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Reinor Projects (Pty) Ltd
05.2022 - 09.2024
Administrator & Executive PA
Fem Plan (Pty) Ltd
11.2017 - 04.2022
Project Coordinator
Thea Electricals
06.2016 - 12.2016
Sales & Marketing Manager
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
02.2012 - 06.2013
Production Manager
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
01.2009 - 04.2022
Production Supervisor
Drifts Brands Holdings (Pty) Ltd
10.2007 - 12.2008
B-TECH - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY